Cottage Cheese Chips Recipe – Easy Healthy Snack with High Protein & Crispy Texture
This Cottage Cheese Chips Recipe is a healthy, high-protein snack that’s both easy and delicious. Made with simple ingredients, these chips bake up golden and crispy, offering a guilt-free alternative to traditional potato chips. Perfect for meal prep, after-school snacks, or party appetizers, they’re versatile enough to pair with salsa, guacamole, or your favorite dip. Quick to make and packed with flavor, these cottage cheese chips are a crunchy treat you’ll want on repeat.
Equipment
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper or silicone mat
- Oven (or air fryer)
- Mixing spoon
Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese (drained)
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- ¼ tsp chili flakes (optional)
- 1 tbsp nutritional yeast (optional, for cheesy flavor)
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven/air fryer: Set oven to 375°F (190°C) or preheat air fryer.
- Prepare tray: Line baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone mat.
- Spread cottage cheese: Spoon small dollops onto tray, flattening slightly into chip-sized rounds.
- Season: Sprinkle garlic powder, paprika, chili flakes, or nutritional yeast over each dollop.
- Bake: Cook for 25–30 minutes (oven) or 12–15 minutes (air fryer) until golden and crisp.
- Cool: Allow chips to cool for 10 minutes before removing. Cooling ensures maximum crunch.
- Serve: Enjoy plain or pair with dips like hummus, salsa, or guacamole.
Notes
- Drain cottage cheese before baking to avoid soggy chips.
- Space dollops apart for even cooking.
- Use silicone mats for easy removal and cleaner edges.
- Store in airtight container for 2–3 days; refresh in oven for crispiness.
- Experiment with flavors: jalapeño, Italian herbs, or cinnamon for sweet chips.